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MLB wild card standings 2023: What happens if there’s a tie? See baseball guide from betting favorites to rule changes
SUMMARY: The final weekend of the Major League Baseball regular season is approaching, with several teams still vying for playoff spots. In the National League, the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers are strong contenders, while the Baltimore Orioles hope to continue their success in the American League. The playoffs begin just days after the regular season ends, with wild-card games in both leagues. The postseason format has changed to a best-of-three series for the wild-card round, with the top two division winners in each league receiving a bye. Tiebreakers will be used if necessary, and some rule changes implemented during the regular season will carry over into the playoffs. As of now, the Braves are the favorites to win the World Series. The wild-card rounds will be broadcast on ESPN, and the postseason schedule is slated to run from October 3 to November 4.
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Caitlin Clark records first triple-double by WNBA rookie in Indiana Fever win to rally past New York Liberty
SUMMARY: Caitlin Clark achieved the first triple-double by a rookie in WNBA history, leading the Indiana Fever to an 83-78 victory over the New York Liberty, ending a nine-game losing streak against them. Clark recorded 19 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds. Coach Christie Sides praised Clark’s performance and the team’s strong fourth-quarter defense. Key contributions also came from Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and NaLyssa Smith. Despite standout efforts from New York’s Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Breanna Stewart, and Jonquel Jones, the Fever managed to hold off the Liberty to secure the win.
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‘Firecracker Open’ shows off new improvements to Lions Municipal Golf Course
SUMMARY: Afternoon rains on Saturday paused play at the 2024 Firecracker Open in Austin, held at Lions Municipal Golf Course. Despite the weather, many attended the annual event. The rain benefited the newly laid grass on the upgraded 8,000-square-foot putting green, an improvement over the previous 1,500-square-foot green. These updates are part of several enhancements to the historic course. Scotty Sayers, co-chair of The Muny Conservancy, highlighted the course's popularity, noting it serves as the home course for 12 high school teams. The three-day tournament will conclude on Sunday afternoon.
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Residents in southwest Houston and Galveston prepare for Beryl’s arrival to Texas coast as flood watch issued for most of SE Texas
SUMMARY: On Saturday, ABC13 provided weather coverage in southwest Houston and Galveston. Reporter Luke Jones covered flooding in southwest Houston, where cars were waterlogged after a thunderstorm. Guillermo Serrano's car was among those affected, and he plans to move inland to Dayton. Emergency leaders advise having storm kits and preparing for power outages. Alex Bozarjian reported from Galveston on Tropical Storm Beryl's potential impacts, with a storm surge warning in effect and 6-8 inches of rain expected. Galveston County Judge Mark Henry urged residents to stay informed, secure outdoor items, and prepare emergency kits.
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